Introducing the Business:
Proudly produced by Dunedin Fringe Arts Trust, the New Zealand Young Writers Festival (NZYWF) is a literary-focused festival held annually in the heart of Ōtepoti/Dunedin.
The festival celebrates young writers aged 15–35 across a diverse range of wordsmithing. This year’s festival takes place 3&4 October 2026, and will be preceded by a special wānaka/wānanga for selected young writers at Puketeraki Marae in Karitane from 30 September - 2 October 2026.
What the Business needs:
The Festival Intern will work closely with the NZYWF team to support the planning and delivery of festival events.
This role will utilise the strengths and interests of the successful applicant, and offers a behind-the-scenes experience in producing one of Ōtepoti’s most vibrant festivals.
Key Responsibilities:
Assist in the development of production schedules and event logistics
Support venue setups, including equipment and decoration
Help implement health and safety planning
Assist with poster and programme distribution
Provide manaakitanga to artists, guests, and audiences, including front-of-house support
We’re Looking For Someone Who:
Is organised, reliable, and detail-oriented
Communicates clearly and works well as part of a team
Can learn new systems and keep good records
Has an interest in event management and/or arts production
Is confident dealing with artists, volunteers, suppliers and the public in a friendly and professional way
Has an awareness of, or is keen to learn about, health and safety best practices
Key Dates:
Start date: September 2026
Festival dates: 2–4 October 2026 (availability during this period is essential)
Location: On-site in Ōtepoti/Dunedin
Remuneration: A contract for 30 hours at $37/hr ($1,110).
Schedule: Flexible in the lead-up to the festival and for all days of the festival weekend.
Please note: You will be contracting as an independent contractor, and you will need to use your own computer for this role.
We look forward to working with someone passionate about the arts and hope the experience of working with our collaborative team will be a valuable industry experience, with networking and skill building opportunities, which will help them find future job opportunities.
We’re happy to provide written and verbal references upon completion.
For more information about this Business, please contact:
Office Address:
19 George Street, Dunedin
Preferred Contact Information:
Katrina Thomson